There is a lengthy discussion going on in the Fog Signal Building Forum about how to keep the Collector's Forum healthy and whether the Forums are obsolete. Through this discussion Saint John made mention that he is funding the forums without member contributions as we had last year. He felt there might not be 100 members at $25.00 a member that would contribute this year. Last year John and Gary Martin arranged to get a free print from Gary sent to each contributing member. It may be to late for the print from Gary this year, but, maybe the Youngers will contribute a LE or two to be given away in a raffle to contributing members. Maybe nothing will be available. This poll will find out if members are interested in contributing, with or without, a gift. Please vote as you feel, whether pro or con. Also, feel free to make any commments you have on this poll.

If Gary doesn't want to contribute a print, I would be more than happy to have my work on someone's wall...!!! Just let me know!

Just how does one make a contribution? I broached the subject about a year or so ago and and nothing really came of it other than a thank you for the offer. If there was a "fee will" offering system or address set up, I would make contributions just on general principle. There are costs involved for this service and no one individual should have to foot the entire bill even if "HE" wants to. Anyway, I am thankfull for these forums and want them to continue. I learn much and have many opportunities for more that otherwise would slip by for lack of another source to find them. Thanks John for your hard work.

I'm working on the method for making a contribution and receiving a benefit. Look for it in about a week.

I'm sure you will come up with something great, JC! Those kind of momentos are always nice to have to remind us of the bond we all share through the Collector Forums.

Bob

Count me in with or without a memento. I don't post a lot, but I do check in most days and have enjoyed all the info and lively discussions.
Terry

I'm in, with or without a momento.

Rich

John,

I appreciate all your efforts on maintaining the Collector Forums. I have met some wonderful people through this avenue and have greatly increased my knowledge of lighthouses since I began collecting in 1991. Thank You Thank You Thank You

Haven't posted much or even been able to visit like I use to due to other commitments but like to know it is there when I do have a chance to stop in.

Also John, I design and make miniature cross-stitch lighthouses that I would be happy to contribute if you need incentives. Just let me know how I can help out.

Darlene

I'm in either way.

If I told Lucinda I spent $25 to support my HL habit, she'll be proud that it is the smallest check for me in a long time...

Of course if she complains... Maybe, I'll just leave her at home and come to the Regional by myself :p Nah, then she'd make me get rid of my boxes and styrofoam....

Thanks for the votes of confidence. Jen Selwa has donated use of one of her fantastic images and I've chosen a sunset picture of Point Cabrillo CA. It will be limited to 100 4x6" prints with each print signed and numbered and matted in an 8x10" black mat.

The first 100 to contribute $25 to support the forums will receive the matted print. Look for the page to make your contributions ready to use next week.

Here's a copy of the beautiful print:



There will also be an opportunity drawing for contributions of either $10 (1 entry) or $25 (3 entries) with some great prizes.

Great! Put me down for the print and $25 worth of tickets for the drawing, John! Just let me know when and where to send the check.

Bob

I'm in for the print (I would like to reserve #99 as I got last year) and count on me for $25 towards the drawing. I don't use paypal so as soon as I hear from you, the money order is in the mail or I can send off right now if you give an address.

I'm in also John. If possible I would like to reserve #18 which is the number I got last year. Will send in the 25 as soon as I know where. Great choice on the picture!

I'm in. I'll get a check out as soon as you let me know where!

Mike

Put me down for a print!!

Put my name down for a print also! I'd like #87 just as last year please!

Put us down for a print and also $25 in the drawing.

Just to clarify -- the $25 gets you the PRINT and 3 entries into the drawing. If you want the print, we'll ask for an additional $4 for shipping and packaging.

John,
Please reserve a print for me too.
Darlene

That's even a better deal then expected. Does that mean if we send an additional $25.00 that we get 6 chances on the drawing or do you want to limit the chances to 3 for just the $25.00 for the print?

You are welcome to purchase increments of the 3 for $25 chances. However, I would ask that you wait a couple of weeks to purchase the additional increments in order to permit all who want to receive the limited edition photographic print a chance to do so.

Last year we did sell all 100 with more active members than now so I don't think there will be any shortage this year.

It's not my goal to collect more funds than are needed than what is necessary to cover the out of pocket expenses related to the CF, so 100 donations of $25 would just about do it.

Put me down for one.
Number #66
The same as last year.
If it is any easer. I can send the check and pick up the picture at the St Aug event.

John,

I'm in for this again. I'd like # 8 again if it's available and will send off the $25 as soon as you set up the procedure.

Dennis

John, I'll be sending the $25.00 plus $25.00. Please put me down for number 19, same as last year. Wiil the prints by signed (I hope)?

Rich

Oops. I reread the details and saw that they will be signed. Sorry.

Rich

The captain and I most definitely want to support the Forum. John, thank you for all your terrific work!

'Bama Boaters

John, I'm in- I don't remember last year's number, but my autoship is # 92. Not that it's that big of deal. Nice selection for the print!!

John I'm in for #69 again. I agree, great choice on the picture. Point Cabrillo was one of the highlights of our California trip this year.

Count me in too! Just give me the address where to send the check or I can do paypal too.

Eskilady

John, I too will partake in this adventure. Will the prints be ready in time for the St. Augustine event? If so, I can pick mine up there. If not then just mail it!

Also if this number thing doesn't get to be too much a problem, I would like to ask for #61. However any number would be ok.

Thanks,
Stephanie

John,
could you put me down for number 29,the same as last year and please let us all know where and when you would like a check sent.
thanks
Rick

Count me in John. I have # 90 if you can give us the same numbers.

Those who purchased a print last year should receive an email on Monday from me.

I do have names and print numbers for all but 4 100 prints purchased for 2003. However, there are a few names from last year for which I do not have an email address.

If you purchased last year and don't get an email on Monday, please email me webmaster@lighthousekeepers.com

I'd like to have a print, this will be my first time. So, don't have any special number requests. Where do we send the $25.

Joyce

Joyce -- there will be a link in this thread Wednesday so you can order.

John,

E-mail recieved- order sent.

Thank you again for all of your efforts. I thought I had a problem until I krpt reading my e-mails and got to the second one. the first link wasn't working- put you knew that already.

Dennis

John

E-mail rec'd and my order placed. Hope this will insure my number.

Hank

My print from last year is 29. Don't know if there were two with that number???

Mombo,
Sorry about the mix on the numbers.I read mine wrong.I do have number 23 and you do have number 29.I am very sorry.
John a check is on the way to you and thanks for keeping the forums going.
Rick

John, Thanks, received your emails and used the Paypal option to order a print.

John,

Received your Email. My money order will be in the mail Wed the 21st. Please reserve my number from last year which is #99.

Used your link and sent it in this morning. Looking forward to another wonderful addition. You may have started something here that will be very interesting for years to come. I think it is a great way for all to help out. Just having the forums is gift enough but that photo is definitely a bonus.

We also would like the print with the same #12 we received last year. We will be sending a check.

John, Email received, PAYPAL sent and confirmed.

Hey John,... Yes, I would like the same number again this year. I will be mailing a check to you within the next couple of days.

Bob

Count me in John. I didn't get one last year so I'll be looking for your link.

Ken

John, Paid tonight please reserve #89 for us, same number as last year. Looking forward to another great year of the collector forums!

Here's the thread where you can get a link to ordering the print or supporting YOUR Collector Forums:

http://www.lighthousekeepers.com/cgi-bin/forumscgi/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=8&t=000338

John, Thank you for all you have done to keep the forums going. I know our posts have been limited recently, but we truly appreciate all that the forums offer. Please put us down for #60. It is one of the numbers we had last year. If this is not possible please let me know. Thank you again for everything.

Carolyn

John,

Although I seldom post anything, your forum has been a valuable source of information throughout the years. A check will be sent to you this weekend. Thanks for all your hard work.

Bob

John,

I am glad to be able to support you and the Forums. I may only occasionally post but I read them everyday. The print is a wonderful bonus!

Thanks for all your work,
Donna